LaBella Associates

Sr. Substation Protection and Control Engineer

LaBella Associates$90K — $117K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Technology
  • 5+ years in protection and control systems design
  • PE license preferred in NC or NY
  • Proven success in designing Protection and Control Systems
  • Familiarity with IEEE, NERC, NEC, NESC standards

Responsibilities

  • Create and modify one-lines and control schematics for substations
  • Design auxiliary AC and DC power systems
  • Develop technical specifications for high-voltage equipment
  • Coordinate with SCADA and control design staff
  • Perform basic calculations with minimal supervision
  • Assist project manager in scope development
  • Lead and mentor less experienced team members

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • 401k Plan with Employer Match
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program
  • Community Service Events
Full Job Description
We are currently looking for a P & C Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in protection and control system detailed design, cost estimating, and bid document preparation for commercial, industrial, generation, renewables, and utility power systems.

Duties
  • Create/modify one-lines, three-lines, control schematics, wiring diagrams, relay panel arrangements, and cable lists for substations, relay settings and configuration files.
  • Design auxiliary AC and DC power systems.
  • Create/modify technical specifications for major equipment, such power transformers, power circuit breakers, control house, panel construction specification and other high-voltage substation related materials;
  • Coordinate with and provide technical assistance to SCADA engineers, substation physical engineers, and control design staff in order to fully develop system integration of protection, control, and monitoring systems;
  • Perform basic calculations such as voltage drop, CT burden and saturation, lighting, and short circuit with minimal supervision;
  • Apply field mark-ups of project as-built drawings with minimal supervision;
  • Assist project manager to develop scope of work and conceptual design for the projects;
  • Communicate and coordinate project activities with project manager, client, and others as needed;
  • Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members;
  • Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of one's work;
  • Panel construction specifications (panel and interconnect wiring as well as panel layouts and elevations).
  • Comfortable evaluating/reviewing control features, and communication/protocol aspects of protective relays, RTU's, LTC Controllers, and other equipment as well as relay setting coordination.
  • Aid in testing and commissioning as needed pertaining to system startups and functional checks.

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
  • 5 or more years of experience in protection and control system design, cost estimating, and bid document preparation for medium voltage electrical power projects.
  • A PE license from a US State (NC and NY) is preferred.
  • Successful track record designing Protection and Control Systems.
  • Knowledge of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), NERC, NEC, NESC, NEMA, and ANSI standards used in designing substation is critical.
  • Experience with telecommunications, protective relaying, and automation (SCADA) is required.
  • Desired knowledge in low voltage coordination and arc flash studies.
  • Familiarity with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, General Electric and Basler equipment.
  • Periodic travel, ability to visit project sites.
  • Desired software knowledge in:
  • ASPEN or similar
  • Doble
  • AutoCAD
  • SKM
  • ETAP


Salary Range: $90,000 - $117,000 per year
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.


Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet-LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • 401k Plan with Employer Match
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Team Building Events
  • Community Service Events

About LaBella Associates

LaBella Associates is an engineering consulting firm that provides services in the fields of architecture, planning, engineering, environmental, and surveying. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Rochester, New York. LaBella Associates has over 800 employees and operates in 22 locations across the United States. The company has worked on a variety of projects, including healthcare facilities, educational institutions, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities.
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800 employees
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Founded
1978

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